Class A Flatbed Truck Driver

Ryder • Fort Wayne, IN

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This local driving role, with occasional regional routes, delivers solo to Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. Drivers transport steel and metal using a 48-foot flatbed trailer, with load securement as the stated freight duty. Ryder provides training on the equipment needed for the job and operates well-maintained trucks, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations.

The position offers a weekly guarantee of $1,200 and hourly pay of $30. Drivers typically work 40–50 hours per week, Monday through Friday, starting mainly at 6:00 a.m., with occasional coverage of a PM shift. A quarterly tenure bonus pays $300 four times per year.

Ryder describes its culture as built on respect, collaboration, innovation, and safety, and says drivers are trusted to make safety decisions. The company also highlights support for company drivers, military reservists, and veterans.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a Ryder drug test.
• Pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including verification of drug and alcohol history from previous employers for the last three years.
• Pass a DOT physical.
• Pass a Ryder road test.
• Provide the appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position.
• Have verifiable Class A experience in a tractor-trailer or comparable vehicle: 9 months within the past 3 years, or 2 years within the last 5 years, or 5 years within the last 10 years.
• Be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Be able to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.
• Some assignments may require additional screening, such as employment or education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or customer badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Detect and eliminate or minimize safety hazards.
• Maintain accurate records and logs.
• Load or unload freight, or assist with loading or unloading if required by the customer.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• PTO accrual starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowance provided.
• 401(k) rollover availability and company match after one year.
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to specific eligibility criteria including work tenure.
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
• Unlimited referral bonuses for hired drivers.
• Quarterly tenure bonus of $300, paid four times per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed